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CT Schools Dismissing Early Due To Extreme Weather Conditions CT Schools Dismissing Early Due To Extreme Weather Conditions
CT Schools Dismissing Early Due To Extreme Weather Conditions Schools across Connecticut have announced early dismissals on Wednesday, Dec. 11 due to a storm that is expected to bring up to 60 mph winds and coastal flooding to parts of the state. The following districts are dismissing early: Bolton Public Schools Colchester Public Schools East Hampton Public Schools Groton Public Schools Marianapolis Prep. School (Thompson, CT) Montville Public Schools Preston Public Schools Stonington Public Schools Did we miss one? Email clevine@dailyvoice.com The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for southeast Connecticut, with south winds r…
Tropical Activity Ramping Up: Here's Latest On Systems Forecasters Are Watching Tropical Activity Ramping Up: Here's Latest On Systems Forecasters Are Watching
Tropical Activity Ramping Up: Here's Latest On Systems Forecasters Are Watching A mid-season lull in named storms may soon be a distant memory, with tropical activity ramping up this week. "Later this week into the upcoming weekend, forecasters are monitoring the potential for a storm to take shape along the Southeast Coast," said AccuWeather.com, noting that it could pose a threat "for rounds of rain along the mid-Atlantic and New England coasts by the upcoming weekend." Forecasters are now monitoring these other systems over multiple zones. Here's a rundown: A westward-moving tropical wave in the Caribbean Sea is "expected to become more conduci…
19 People, Dog Rescued From Oxford Restaurant, Home During Floods 19 People, Dog Rescued From Oxford Restaurant, Home During Floods
19 People, Dog Rescued From Oxford Restaurant, Home During Floods Firefighters in Connecticut rescued 19 people and a dog from a restaurant that had been quickly flooded after a severe storm ravaged the area. The incident occurred in New Haven County in Oxford at around 5 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 18, at the Brookside Inn Restaurant and a nearby residence. The rescue occurred when Beacon Falls firefighters responded to calls in Seymour and Oxford to help Oxford crews, who were extraordinarily busy with emergencies throughout town. Beacon Hose requested permission from Oxford fire officials to stage a rescue operation at the restaurant and a residence. The dep…
Severe Storms Lead To Flooding, Water Rescues, Road Washouts  Across Fairfield County, CT Severe Storms Lead To Flooding, Water Rescues, Road Washouts  Across Fairfield County, CT
Severe Storms Lead To Flooding, Water Rescues, Road Washouts Across Fairfield County, CT Rounds of severe storms with drenching downpours have closed roads, flooded homes, and destroyed roads across Connecticut. According to the National Weather Service, Monroe was one of the hardest-hit areas, with 9.98 inches of rain on Sunday, Aug. 18. Firefighters and police worked throughout the night to rescue trapped drivers and residents from rapid flooding.  Related story - New Round Of Powerful Storms Packed With Heavy Rain Taking Aim At Drenched Region Monroe Police Chief Keith White said major roadways, including Route 34 and Route 111, were closed on Monday, Aug. 19.  …
Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region
Line Of Severe Storms Moving Through With Heavy Rain Causing Flooding In Parts Of Region A line of storms is now moving across the region from west to east, producing drenching downpours that are flooding some areas. A radar image of the region above, from just before 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 6, shows severe storms marked in red. "Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations," the National Weather Service issued a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Tuesday. The statement added, "Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street fl…
72 MPH Wind Gust Reported During Storm: Here's Rundown From Region 72 MPH Wind Gust Reported During Storm: Here's Rundown From Region
72 MPH Wind Gust Reported During Storm: Here's Rundown From Region Did you hear it howling overnight? You're not alone. Widespread 40 to 50-mile-per-hour wind gusts were reported across the region as a powerful storm accompanying a frontal system swept through the Northeast. The highest reported gust -- at 72 miles per hour -- happened on Long Island just before 12:30 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 29 on top of a building in Stony Brook at 159 feet, according to the National Weather Service. Here are more wind-gust reports from locations in New York and Connecticut. Location Speed Time/Date Provider New York Nassau County …
New Rounds Of Storms With Strong Winds, Drenching Downpours Could Cause More Power Outages New Rounds Of Storms With Strong Winds, Drenching Downpours Could Cause More Power Outages
New Rounds Of Storms With Strong Winds, Drenching Downpours Could Cause More Power Outages More potentially severe scattered thunderstorms are expected to sweep through the region this weekend after previous activity resulted in downed trees and thousands of power outages the previous two days. The next window for storm activity is in the afternoon and evening on Saturday, Sept. 9.  The main threat will be damaging winds, with additional threats for isolated large hail and flash flooding triggered by drenching downpours, according to the National Weather Service. Humid conditions will linger Saturday, but it won't be as hot as it has been the last several days, with a …
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel
New Winter Storm Expected To Bring Snow, Sleet, Rain, Cause Slippery Travel A new storm headed to the region is expected to bring a mix of snow, sleet, and rain that could cause slippery travel conditions. The time frame for the system is late Monday night, March 6 into Tuesday morning, March 7, according to the National Weather Service. Leading up to the storm's arrival, Sunday, March 5 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid to upper 40s. Monday will start off with clear skies as the high temperature climbs to around the 50-degree mark. Clouds will increase at night ahead of the storm's arrival.  Areas where the overnight temperature stays…
These Areas Could See Snowfall From Potent Storm Headed To Northeast These Areas Could See Snowfall From Potent Storm Headed To Northeast
These Areas Could See Snowfall From Potent Storm Headed To Northeast A complex new storm on track for the Northeast is expected to bring a mix of rain, sleet, and snow. Ahead of the arrival of the system, there will be a return to warmer-than-normal temperatures for this time of year Sunday, Feb. 19, and Presidents Day on Monday, Feb. 20 into Tuesday, Feb. 21, according to the National Weather Service. High temperatures during that street will range from the upper 40s to low 50s with cloudy skies each day,  Showers are possible both Monday and Tuesday, with some areas seeing snow showers overnight Monday into Tuesday morning. The potent stor…
Approaching Front Will Bring Rain, Heavy Wind Gusts Ahead Of Coastal Storm: Here's Timing Approaching Front Will Bring Rain, Heavy Wind Gusts Ahead Of Coastal Storm: Here's Timing
Approaching Front Will Bring Rain, Heavy Wind Gusts Ahead Of Coastal Storm: Here's Timing An approaching frontal system will move across the region, bringing a new round of precipitation ahead of a more significant coastal storm whose projected track has now pivoted farther south. The warm front is due to arrive around midday on Thursday, Feb. 9, which will be mostly cloudy throughout the day with a high temperature ranging from the upper 40s to around 50 degrees, according to the National Weather Service. There will be rain at times during the afternoon and into the evening on Thursday, with wind gusts up to around 20 miles per hour, increasing in speed overnight to around…
Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North
Storm Watch: Fast-Moving System Brings Rain, Sleet, With Up To Foot Of Snow Farther North A complex storm is bringing rain to much of the region, with sleet farther inland, and as much as a foot of snow in some spots in upstate New York and northern New England. The storm, which arrived late Sunday afternoon, Jan. 22, has continued into Monday morning, Jan. 23. The storm is expected to wind down late in the morning or around midday on Monday, with skies gradually clearing on a brisk and breezy day with a high temperature in the upper 30s to low 40s, according to the National Weather Service. "For snow lovers in and near the big I-95 cities in the Northeast, this is another disa…
Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect
Storm Could Bring Up To Foot Of Snow To Parts Of Northeast: Here's What To Expect A new storm taking aim at the Northeast could bring up to a foot of snow to some spots in northern New York and New England. The system is due to arrive on Thursday, Jan. 19 before exiting during the morning on Friday, Jan. 20. For projected snowfall totals, see the first image above from AccuWeather.com: 6 to 12 inches of snowfall in the areas shown in royal blue,  3 to 6 inches in the areas shown in Columbia blue,  1 to 3 inches in areas shown in sky blue. Most of this region will see mainly rain. (Click on the second image above.) About an inch of rainfall is expected in…
Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow
Here's Latest On Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow A potent storm bringing a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, sleet, and snow is nearing the Northeast. The system is now expected to arrive in this region earlier than had been earlier predicted, on Thursday morning, Jan. 12, before continuing through the afternoon and intensifying Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. Northern New York and New England could see up to 6 inches of snowfall. (Click on the first image above for snowfall projections.) In most of the Northeast, mainly rain is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in those par…
Timing Shifts For Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow Timing Shifts For Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow
Timing Shifts For Major Storm Packed With Heavy Rain, Strong Winds, Sleet, Snow The projected timing for a significant storm bringing a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, sleet, and snow has changed.  The system is now expected to arrive in this region earlier than had been earlier predicted, on Thursday morning, Jan. 12, before continuing through the afternoon and intensifying Thursday night, according to the National Weather Service. Mainly rain (shown in green in the first image above from AccuWeather.com) is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in some parts of northern New York and New England (blue). Northern New York and Ne…
Major Storm Taking Aim On Region Will Be Packed With Heavy Rains, Strong Winds, Sleet Major Storm Taking Aim On Region Will Be Packed With Heavy Rains, Strong Winds, Sleet
Major Storm Taking Aim On Region Will Be Packed With Heavy Rains, Strong Winds, Sleet A major storm headed to the region will bring a mix of heavy rain, strong winds, and sleet. The cross-country storm system is now expected to arrive in this region on Thursday afternoon, Jan. 12, intensify Thursday night, and continue into Friday, Jan. 13. (See the first image above from AccuWeather.com.) Mainly rain (shown in green in the second image above) is expected with a wintry mix possible farther inland (pink) and snow in some parts of northern New York and New England (blue). Parts of northern New York and New England could see up to 6 inches of snowfall. (Click on the third…
After The Storm: Bitter Cold For Christmas Eve, Xmas Day Before Big Change In Weather Pattern After The Storm: Bitter Cold For Christmas Eve, Xmas Day Before Big Change In Weather Pattern
After The Storm: Bitter Cold For Christmas Eve, Xmas Day Before Big Change In Weather Pattern Let's hope Santa Claus is wearing an extra pair -- or two -- of long johns. That's because Christmas Eve and Christmas Day will be the coldest in decades. A powerful, massive storm that brought a mix of heavy rain, damaging winds, sleet, and snow, has now moved off the coast, but the passage of a cold front accompanying the system has led to a dramatic dip in temperatures. The wind-chill factor on Christmas Eve on Saturday morning, Dec. 24 is below zero degrees in most of the region. After a sunny start, clouds will increase during the day, but the high temperature will only be in the mid…
Nearly 40K Still Without Power In Connecticut: Here Are Communities With Most Outages Nearly 40K Still Without Power In Connecticut: Here Are Communities With Most Outages
Nearly 40K Still Without Power In Connecticut: Here Are Communities With Most Outages Around 40,000 utility customers in Connecticut still lack power amid bone-chilling temperatures following a powerful storm system with damaging winds that swept through the region. As of around 8:15 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 24, Eversource is reporting 38,174 customers in the dark, with United Illuminating reporting another 309. Among the communities with the most outages: Guilford: 1,318 Southbury: 1,062 Newtown: 1,034 Woodbury: 1,081 Stonington: 911 East Haddam: 944 Lebanon: 852 Morris: 815 Mansfield: 780 Washington: 778 Hebron: 697 Roxbury: 662 Sc…
Crews Working 'Around-The-Clock Shifts' To Restore Power To Thousands In CT: New Update Crews Working 'Around-The-Clock Shifts' To Restore Power To Thousands In CT: New Update
Crews Working 'Around-The-Clock Shifts' To Restore Power To Thousands In CT: New Update Crews are hard at work restoring power to thousands of people in Connecticut that face outages just before Christmas.  Earlier Report - Rapid Freeze To Follow New Round Of Rain, Gusty Winds As Cold Front Arrives The outages were caused by a storm that brought heavy wind gusts and rainfall throughout the state beginning on Thursday night, Dec. 22, knocking over trees, branches, and power lines.  As of around 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 23, Eversource reported around 62,200 customers without power, according to their outage map.  United Illuminating reported around 500 custom…
Powerful Pre-Christmas Storm Causes Flooding In Fairfield County Powerful Pre-Christmas Storm Causes Flooding In Fairfield County
Powerful Pre-Christmas Storm Causes Flooding In Fairfield County A pre-holiday storm system bringing heavy winds and rainfall is causing roads to flood throughout the Connecticut shoreline.  Earlier Report - Rapid Freeze To Follow New Round Of Rain, Gusty Winds As Cold Front Arrives Flooding has been reported by officials throughout the shoreline in municipalities in both Fairfield and New Haven counties.  In the town of Fairfield, fire officials are warning people to avoid the area of Fairfield Beach Road, as the road has become submerged and residents are being assisted by the department's high water rescue unit.  Elsewhere in Fai…
Storm Knocks Out Power To Over 100,000 In Connecticut: Here Are Communities With Most Outages Storm Knocks Out Power To Over 100,000 In Connecticut: Here Are Communities With Most Outages
Storm Knocks Out Power To Over 100,000 In Connecticut: Here Are Communities With Most Outages A powerful storm packed with damaging winds has knocked out power to more than 100,000 across Connecticut. As of around 7:45 a.m.  Friday, Dec. 23, Eversource is reporting 97,652, with United Illuminating reporting another 3,447. Among the communities with the most outages: Danbury: 4,729 Simsbury: 4,626 Newtown: 3,042 East Haddam: 2,704 Litchfield: 2,603 Clinton: 2,415 New Milford: 2,373 East Hartford: 2,313 Hebron: 2,150 Monroe: 1,750 Ridgefield: 1,639 Wilton: 1,581 Lebanon: 1,572 Sharon: 1,444 Southbury: 1,390 Tolland:&nb…
Here's Timing For New Storm System That Could Bring Up To 2 Inches Of Rain To Parts Of Region Here's Timing For New Storm System That Could Bring Up To 2 Inches Of Rain To Parts Of Region
Here's Timing For New Storm System That Could Bring Up To 2 Inches Of Rain To Parts Of Region A brand-new storm accompanying a warm front is expected to bring up to 2 inches or more of rainfall to parts of the region. Monday, Dec. 5 will be mainly sunny and brisk during the day with a high temperature in the mid 40s. Clouds should begin to lower and thicken Monday night in advance of the system with rainy and milder weather expected both Tuesday, Dec. 6, and Wednesday, Dec. 7, according to the National Weather Service. Precipitation will gradually end from west to east Wednesday afternoon and evening. The front will lead to an increase in temperatures, with highs in the mid 50s bo…
Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Connecticut Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Connecticut
Storm With Damaging Winds Knocks Out Power To Thousands In Connecticut A potent storm system with damaging wind gusts has resulted in thousands of power outages in Connecticut. Just before 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 30, Eversource reported 3,026 customers without power. Among the communities most affected are Ridgefield (736 without power), Norwalk (348), Newtown (332), and Greenwich (260). United Illuminating is reporting another 443 customers in its service territory are without power, with the most in Milford (377). Check back to Daily Voice for updates.
Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region
Major Storm System Expected To Bring Strong Winds, New Round Of Rain To Region A significant storm on track for the Northeast is expected to bring potentially damaging gusts and a new round of rainfall in the middle of the workweek. The system will move in from the Midwest on Wednesday, Nov. 30. It's the same storm that could cause a "possible severe weather outbreak in the Southeast, as well as a swath of snow across the Plains and Upper Midwest," according to AccuWeather.com. (See the image above.) The two days leading up to the storm's arrival will be seasonable and dry, the National Weather Service says. Skies will be mostly sunny Monday, Nov. 28 …
Separate Rounds Of Storms Headed To Region: Here's What To Expect Each Day Separate Rounds Of Storms Headed To Region: Here's What To Expect Each Day
Separate Rounds Of Storms Headed To Region: Here's What To Expect Each Day Separate storm chances are lining up for the next few days, marking the start of a more unsettled stretch of weather that will see a return of more humid conditions. Wednesday, July 27 will be mostly sunny with a high temperature in the mid 80s. Dry weather will then give way to a chance of showers overnight as a warm front begins to lift north towards the region, according to the National Weather Service. The threat of scattered showers and thunderstorms returns for Thursday, July 28, and Friday, July 29, along with warmer and more humid conditions. Thursday will be partly sunny wit…
Here's When New Rounds Of Showers, Storms Are Possible Here's When New Rounds Of Showers, Storms Are Possible
Here's When New Rounds Of Showers, Storms Are Possible New rounds of scattered showers and storms are possible over the next 48 hours. Wednesday, July 13 will be mostly sunny and warm, with a high temperature in the upper 80s to around 90 degrees. The heat index will be in the low to mid 90s, according to the National Weather Service. Pop-up showers and thunderstorms are possible Wednesday evening and into the overnight. Thursday, July 14 will be partly sunny with a high temperature in the mid to upper 80s.  Scattered showers and thunderstorms will arrive in the mid-afternoon, with the window for storm activity lasting until the lat…
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms A new round of stormy weather will sweep through the region as many get back to work after the long holiday weekend. Skies will be mostly cloudy Tuesday, July 5. The high temperature will be in the low 80s. Scattered showers will arrive in the mid afternoon, with thunderstorms possible Tuesday night into the overnight hours as the storm system moves through. Storm activity will be more widely scattered in areas farther east. (See image above.) Wednesday, July 6 will be mostly sunny. The high temperature will be in the low 80s, with breezy conditions, including wind gusts as high as 20 mil…
Storm With Gusty Winds Knocks Out Power In Connecticut Storm With Gusty Winds Knocks Out Power In Connecticut
Storm With Gusty Winds Knocks Out Power In Connecticut A quick-moving storm system with gusty winds has knocked out power in Connecticut. At around 9;15 a.m. Thursday, June 9, Eversource reported 655 customers without power statewide. The most outages were reported in Wethersfield (149), Ridgefield (95), Greenwich (62), West Hartford (60), Plainville (56), Windsor (44), and Southbury (40). United Illuminating reported three outages in its service areas at 9:15 a.m. - two in Trumbull and one in Fairfield.
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms That Will Sweep Through Region Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms That Will Sweep Through Region
Here's Time Frame For New Round Of Scattered Storms That Will Sweep Through Region A warm front pushing through the region will lead to a new round of scattered thunderstorms. The time frame for storm activity on Thursday, June 2 is from the mid-afternoon through the evening. Localized heavy rainfall could cause additional flooding concerns, especially in areas farther south, the National Weather Service said. "A few strong to severe thunderstorms can also not be ruled out, especially in those same areas," the weather service said. Thursday's high temperature will be in the mid 70s with mostly cloudy skies throughout the day. It will remain cloudy to start the day…
Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing
Major Storm Will Bring Damaging Wind Gusts, Heavy Downpours To Region; Here's Projected Timing A massive storm system now sweeping through the nation from west to east will bring damaging wind gusts and heavy downpours to the region. The storm is now moving across the Midwest (see the first image above from AccuWeather.com) and is expected to arrive in the Northeast on Thursday, April 14 (click on the second image above.) "Strong to locally damaging winds will be the main threat," the National Weather Service said in a Hazardous Weather Outlook statement issued Wednesday morning, April 13. "Brief heavy downpours are also possible." Wednesday will be partly sunny with …
Storm Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Thunderstorms Arrives In Region: Here's Latest Timing Storm Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Thunderstorms Arrives In Region: Here's Latest Timing
Storm Bringing Heavy Rain, Gusty Winds, Thunderstorms Arrives In Region: Here's Latest Timing A storm system bringing rain, which will be heavy at times, gusty winds, and thunderstorms is moving through the region. There will be showers at times throughout the day on Thursday, March 24 with breezy conditions and raw temperatures topping out at around 50 degrees. Wind gusts will be as high as 30 miles per hour. Rain will become steadier late Thursday afternoon, and lasting into the late evening. During that time, thunderstorms will become likely, according to the National Weather Service. A total of 1 to 2 inches of rainfall is expected before the system winds down overnight in…
Snow Joke! New Round Of Wintry Weather Headed To Region; Here's How Much Accumulation To Expect Snow Joke! New Round Of Wintry Weather Headed To Region; Here's How Much Accumulation To Expect
Snow Joke! New Round Of Wintry Weather Headed To Region; Here's How Much Accumulation To Expect Updated story: New Snowfall Projections Released For Storm Taking Aim On Region Just a couple of days after the high temperature climbed to the upper 60s to around 70 degrees, a new round of accumulating snowfall is expected in the region. See the image above for a look at areas where a mix of snow and rain (in pink) and snow (in blue) is expected Tuesday night, March 8 into Wednesday morning, March 9, according to AccuWeather.com. Generally, new snow accumulation of 1 to 2 inches is possible for most of the region, with about a half-inch near the coast, the National Weather Servi…